XC-80 compensator and sensors
Brand: Renishaw | Category: Nanotechnology
Air temperature, air pressure and relative humidity all shift the wavelength of light from a laser interferometer, and the XC-80 compensator corrects for that automatically. Its intelligent sensors process readings at source, and the compensator uses them to convert the nominal laser wavelength into a true value against which the interferometer read-out is adjusted, with no user intervention needed. Updates can happen automatically every seven seconds, shown by LED status lights, and the integral USB connection supplies power so no separate PC interface or power supply is required. Up to three material temperature sensors can be attached so linear measurements are normalised to a standard material temperature of 20 °C, and the standard 5 m sensor cables are detachable and can be screwed together for longer machines.
Selected manufacturer specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Air temperature | 0–40°C; measurement accuracy ±0.2°C |
| Air pressure | 650–1,150 mbar; accuracy ±1.0 mbar with the compensator horizontal |
| Relative humidity | 0–95% RH, non-condensing; accuracy ±6% RH |
| Material temperature | 0–55°C; measurement accuracy ±0.1°C |
| Compensation update | Every 7 seconds |
| Each sensor update | Every 42 seconds |
| Recommended recalibration | 12 months |
| Connection / power | USB 2 compliant; USB powered, maximum 100 mA |
Renishaw XC-80 guide, page 19. Sensor accuracies are distinct from the accuracy of a complete laser measurement system. Follow the manufacturer’s sensor placement, thermal stabilization and compensation requirements. Checked 2026-09-29.
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